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Reflections on Davey's Historic Tree Care Training Program

Climbing, cabling, contracting, oh, my! For one month, 51 Davey employees from all over North America were rooted in a challenging training course that tests their minds and bodies. Read more about their experience, then view a photo gallery of the 2015 DITS experience below!

This year, the 51 attendees arrived to the Davey Institute from all walks of life, with different titles and levels of experience, but they share similar passions to better themselves. The training challenged participants with rigorous course and field work that covered several topics, from climbing techniques to insect pests and diseases. But many participants agree their new knowledge will also benefit fellow crewmembers and colleagues upon returning to work.

What did some of the 2015 DITS graduates have to say about their training experience?

Derek Fischer, 5-year employee | London, Ontario Residential Services

“The company is North American-wide but we all share the same mindset and goals, no matter where we are from.”

“Before coming to the program, and after having many years in the industry, you think you have a vast amount of knowledge, but the training levels you out; you have a new platform from which to start.”